How I Sew My Shirt - Simplicity 1538 | Sew -Along

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  • Опубліковано 5 жов 2024
  • Hello guys,
    Based on numerous requests, I finally found the courage to create a Sew-along on how I make my favorite shirt, Simplicity 1538.
    This process takes me on average of three hours to sew a shirt. However, I condensed this review in an hour and a half, which is pretty lengthy for my videos. In the future, if I create other Sew along videos, I hope to have improved on editing skills to reduce the video length without comprising the content.
    Thank you for watching.
    KARON

КОМЕНТАРІ • 90

  • @mariadilella
    @mariadilella 4 місяці тому +3

    Thanks so much for remembering to show how you learned the way of ''gathering'' the sleeve head! I really appreciate that you took the time to teach that. I love watching your videos. You have helped so much. I am about to try Vogue 8772 for the first time, and if that weren't intimidating me enough, I am going to attempt a concealed button placket on it. I hope you enjoy doing the videos as much as we love watching them. Sew alongs are so time consuming for you, so thank you again. Cheers!

    • @cookeka
      @cookeka  4 місяці тому +1

      Hello Maria. I am encouraged that my videos have motivated and helped with your sewing. I am truly humbled and appreciative of the time taken to watch them.
      Please keep sewing and it gets better with practice as I am still learning as well.

  • @starlaflannery8445
    @starlaflannery8445 День тому

    I just wanted to say you are good at sew alongside! You explained this method better than the others I watched and I just wanted to say thank you! BYW I’m a slow sewer to.

    • @cookeka
      @cookeka  День тому

      You are welcome. I am happy you found it helpful and truly appreciate you watching.
      Nothing is wrong with taking your time to projects. We all have our own way of doing things.
      Happy sewing!

  • @pjacksreads536
    @pjacksreads536 4 місяці тому +1

    Thanks for the detailed sew a long. I’m a slow sewer so I was totally following along happily.

    • @cookeka
      @cookeka  4 місяці тому

      I am happy it was helpful. Thanks for watching.

  • @sylvievicenza179
    @sylvievicenza179 4 місяці тому +1

    I have been sewing for many years and never been as calm as you are. Thank you for this video, I did learn some things.

    • @cookeka
      @cookeka  4 місяці тому

      Sylvie, I am happy it was helpful. Thank you for watching 🙂

  • @debraparks7627
    @debraparks7627 4 місяці тому +1

    Thank you Karon for showing us how you do your blouses! This one was beautiful. I use a different pattern to make mines and I love making shirts too.

    • @cookeka
      @cookeka  4 місяці тому

      You are so welcome! I am happy you liked the content. Once you have the basics of shirt, I believe you can sew them all.

  • @larainelonginetti183
    @larainelonginetti183 4 місяці тому +1

    I always wondered how the burrito method worked, thank you so much for your detailed instructions. Great video!

    • @cookeka
      @cookeka  4 місяці тому

      Hello Laraine, you are welcome. I am happy it was helpful!

  • @lynnparrish1335
    @lynnparrish1335 4 місяці тому +1

    Just found your channel. I love watching you sew. Am in the process of settling into our summer/fall cottage and can’t wait to get out the sewing machine. You are an inspiration!

    • @cookeka
      @cookeka  4 місяці тому

      Lynn, thank you for watching, and I am happy you found the channel. I appreciate that you like the content, and I, too, would be excited to get out my mac8to sew😀

  • @doreenmaynard1532
    @doreenmaynard1532 4 місяці тому +1

    Thank you for your tutorial Karen, I have been watching your sewing channel for awhile. Blessings.

    • @cookeka
      @cookeka  4 місяці тому

      You are welcome, Doreen. I appreciate your time watching as well as your support.

  • @cherylrougeau3824
    @cherylrougeau3824 4 місяці тому +1

    Hi Karen, I absolutely love your sewing. I’m a slow sewer also. I bought S1538 this past weekend after watching your sewing along for it. All of your garments are so beautiful! Keep the sew alongs coming. Great video! ❤

    • @cookeka
      @cookeka  4 місяці тому

      Wonderful! I appreciate you and your time. I am really happy you found it helpful as I was afraid to share. Thank you for watching, and happy sewing.

  • @kurlin97
    @kurlin97 4 місяці тому +1

    Beautiful! I bought this pattern yesterday because I’ve seen your other videos with this shirt in them. You do such beautiful work! I can’t wait to make one. Thank you for sharing!

    • @cookeka
      @cookeka  4 місяці тому +1

      Thank you so much for watching. I am happy this was helpful. Happy sewing, and I hope you enjoy the process.

  • @brendaweaver6326
    @brendaweaver6326 9 днів тому

    Excellent presentation
    You were clear and I have a better understanding of how to put a shirt together.Thank you inspiring me

    • @cookeka
      @cookeka  9 днів тому

      Brenda, I am happy this information was helpful. Thank you so much for watching and sharing your feedback. I truly appreciate it.

  • @helenfillmore3063
    @helenfillmore3063 4 місяці тому +2

    Thank you Karen for the sew along! Great job! Looking forward to you doing more sew alongs.

    • @cookeka
      @cookeka  4 місяці тому

      You are so welcome! Thank you for watching and sharing your feedback.

  • @patgottshalk8808
    @patgottshalk8808 4 місяці тому +1

    I am looking forward to this, especially your seam finishes. Thank-you for sharing your time and talent.

    • @cookeka
      @cookeka  4 місяці тому

      Thank you for your time as well. Without an audience to share, I would have still been hiding my skill.

  • @kathymcconville6428
    @kathymcconville6428 4 місяці тому

    What a great tutorial, Karon. I'm about to make this pattern for the first time so it was good to watch. I haven't made a shirt in many years. Your attention to detail is unparalleled. I loved hearing the crispness of the fabric as you sewed. I learned a tip from Nancy Zieman you might like; when sewing the collar pieces together, she goes off the fabric in each direction instead of pivoting at the corner. It gives a crisper point which I think you would like. I'm excited to try my own shirt now. Thanks for the inspo. You are the queen of shirts!

    • @cookeka
      @cookeka  4 місяці тому

      Kathy, I am happy you found it helpful. Thank you so much for watching and sharing your feedback. Yes, I am aware of that method to sew the collar, but I am stuck in my habit😄
      You are too kind... I appreciate you!!

  • @Stumble.guy2
    @Stumble.guy2 4 місяці тому

    Hello Karon, hope you’re having an enjoyable Memorial Day wknd. Your video is Great! I have that pattern, I need to find it in my stash of patterns and look in my big fabric stash too and hopefully I can follow your video. You sew so neat and make sure every seam is right I sew that way too. I’m a slow sewer I think it’s called. Tomcat Stitchery has a great video for shirttail hems (I think )that uses bias tape along the edge so when you get to a curve the bias tape eases those pesky curves in so nice. I’ve never tried it yet!) it. She’s an excellent sewist too in the Indianapolis area. She had a shirt making class too last fall. Just some other things I know,,, just need to implement them! Happy sewing and make us some more videos,even when I don’t have enough stamina yet,recovering from knee surgery I love lobe love watching your wonderful makes. Gorgeous! Happy sewing!!! Nancy from Ft Wayne

    • @cookeka
      @cookeka  4 місяці тому

      Hi Nancy. I am happy you are recovering well, and I hope you will be able to resume your hobby soon. Yes, I slow slowly and try to enjoy the process.
      Yes, I have used bias tape on the hem of a few of my dress patterns and love it. It gives a clean finish and adds weight to the hem in fabric that needs it, such as poplin.
      I also watch Tom Kat Stichery .

  • @jeanmurray5539
    @jeanmurray5539 4 місяці тому

    Beautiful work! Thanks so much for doing this sew along. I bought Simplicity 1538 so I can make this shirt. I’m going to do French seams too 🤗. Thanks again for sharing.

    • @cookeka
      @cookeka  4 місяці тому

      Wonderful! I am happy you finally get to sew the shirt and also use French seams. Thank you for watching!

  • @mattiewinton8523
    @mattiewinton8523 4 місяці тому

    Thanks Karon for the tutorial, you did an excellent job on explaining, you took your time in explaining very clearly it was easy to follow along, looking forward for the next tutorial, job well done. 👏🏼👏🏼

    • @cookeka
      @cookeka  4 місяці тому

      Glad it was helpful, Mattie. I appreciate you watching. Thank you!

  • @yvonnejoy7962
    @yvonnejoy7962 4 місяці тому

    Wow! I am so grateful for this tutorial. I will share it to everyone learning to sew. Your work is impeccable. 👍🏾👍🏾

    • @cookeka
      @cookeka  4 місяці тому +1

      Yvonne... a bit relieved that it is appreciated. Thank you so much for watching and supporting my journey.

  • @quazylade90
    @quazylade90 4 місяці тому

    I made this shirt in a class at Joanna maybe 10 years ago. I don't think I can fit it anymore. I need to get the next size and make another. It's a good shirt. I really like your fabric.

    • @cookeka
      @cookeka  4 місяці тому

      That's awesome. Yes, it is a great shirt pattern that would be a great staple in your wardrobe.

  • @heavenlyenterpriseintl1127
    @heavenlyenterpriseintl1127 2 місяці тому

    Karon you’re amazing!❤❤❤❤

    • @cookeka
      @cookeka  2 місяці тому

      You are very kind! Thank you for your support!!!

  • @salvationmanadom4900
    @salvationmanadom4900 4 місяці тому

    Thank you so much. I will use this when I try my shirt next week. Dress shirts are one of my make 9’s this year.

    • @cookeka
      @cookeka  4 місяці тому

      You are welcome. I am happy you found it helpful.

  • @PanchaZamora
    @PanchaZamora 4 місяці тому

    I’ve enjoyed your video, your shirts (& everything you make) are always nice, crisp, & beautiful! Hope to see more video tutorials

    • @cookeka
      @cookeka  4 місяці тому

      I appreciate your kind feedback. Your words help to motivate and encourage my work. Thank you for watching.

  • @m.b.ortega544
    @m.b.ortega544 4 місяці тому

    Thank you for showing how to sew this try and true pattern for you. I also have bought this pattern due to your recommendation.

    • @cookeka
      @cookeka  4 місяці тому

      You’re welcome 😊 Thank you for watching and supporting my sewing journey. Happy sewing.

  • @marjoriejohnson7741
    @marjoriejohnson7741 4 місяці тому

    This was excellent Karon! I hope to see more. Thanks!

    • @cookeka
      @cookeka  4 місяці тому

      Thank you for watching! I am happy you enjoyed it.

  • @lynnparrish1335
    @lynnparrish1335 4 місяці тому

    Love the burrito method! Never did that before (other than decorator pillowcases for grandkids).

    • @cookeka
      @cookeka  4 місяці тому

      I do, too, Lynn. Thanks for watching.

  • @susanlowell4759
    @susanlowell4759 4 місяці тому +1

    Thank you for this excellent tutorial. I have admired ALL of the shirts you have made from this pattern!
    I'll probably try it soon. I'm getting back to sewing after decades have passed.

    • @cookeka
      @cookeka  4 місяці тому

      Hello Susan. I am happy this was useful, and I appreciate your time and kind feedback.
      Thank you so much as this pattern has been one of my most used options. Back to sewing for such a long time is truly a change; however, I hope it's an experience that brings joy.

  • @zoeclearwater
    @zoeclearwater 4 місяці тому

    Loved the tutorial. Hopefully more on the way ❤

    • @cookeka
      @cookeka  4 місяці тому

      Thank you for watching. Let's see what happens.

  • @maxinekershaw9756
    @maxinekershaw9756 4 місяці тому

    🎉🎉🎉AH-MAZING❣️❣️❣️ You did sooooo good. I’m about to make me a bunch of shirts 🤣🤣
    You’re the best❣️

    • @cookeka
      @cookeka  4 місяці тому

      Hey there... thank you for watching, and I hope you create beautiful shirts.
      I appreciate your support.

  • @cherylrougeau3824
    @cherylrougeau3824 4 місяці тому

    Your video is just my speed! Thanks so much!

    • @cookeka
      @cookeka  4 місяці тому

      Cheryl, you are welcome. Thank you for watching.

  • @kathyhunter3424
    @kathyhunter3424 4 місяці тому

    Fantastic sew along karon! Thank you

    • @cookeka
      @cookeka  4 місяці тому

      Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you, Kathy.

  • @Heyreneesews
    @Heyreneesews 4 місяці тому

    What an excellent sew along ❤ thank you

    • @cookeka
      @cookeka  4 місяці тому

      You are welcome, Renee!!

  • @KarenMcNeil-en2fn
    @KarenMcNeil-en2fn 4 місяці тому

    Beautifully sewn 🙂

    • @cookeka
      @cookeka  4 місяці тому

      Thank you for watching, Karen.

  • @vanessaknight7129
    @vanessaknight7129 2 місяці тому

    The dress is beautiful and you are wearing it nicely. I have the same fabric but in white. I am going to use the Love Notion Summer basic dress to make a copy of a maxi dress I have in my closet. I also need to find a material to line it with.

    • @cookeka
      @cookeka  2 місяці тому

      Thank you. I am excited that you are planning your next sewing project using that fabric. Happy sewing, and thanks for watching 🙂

  • @annetteposante1953
    @annetteposante1953 4 місяці тому

    Thank you sooo much for this tutorial, it helped alot!

    • @cookeka
      @cookeka  4 місяці тому

      Annette, I appreciate you watching, and I am relieved that this was helpful.

  • @Sally-ih6ls
    @Sally-ih6ls Місяць тому

    Very good video, thank you!

    • @cookeka
      @cookeka  Місяць тому

      You are welcome. Thank you

  • @JuneParchment
    @JuneParchment 3 місяці тому

    Awesome. Many thanks

    • @cookeka
      @cookeka  3 місяці тому

      You are welcome. I am happy you found it helpful.

  • @Preciousknits7916
    @Preciousknits7916 4 місяці тому

    Karon, Thank you so much I love all the shirts you make. I didn't catch which pieces you placed interfacing and loved the gathering part. Do you ever use just cotton or always poplin? 🎉🥳

    • @cookeka
      @cookeka  4 місяці тому +1

      I use suitable shirt fabric for my shirt making and not only poplin. I interfaced cuff, collar, and button placket. Those are shown in the video as well.
      Thank you for watching.

  • @lucyall1898
    @lucyall1898 4 місяці тому

    Thank you so much !

    • @cookeka
      @cookeka  4 місяці тому

      You are welcome! Thank you for watching.

  • @lindadowling4932
    @lindadowling4932 3 місяці тому

    Hi Karen, where did you get the placket? I have purchased this pattern but it does not have a placket. I struggled with the collar and the yoke my first try. i had so much trouble figuring out the yoke. Three tries later I finally got it right. My collar stand did not look like yours. I think I did something wrong but in the end I had a wearable but not perfect blouse. Thanks for the tutorial. You are a really good seamstress. I love your videos.

    • @cookeka
      @cookeka  3 місяці тому

      Hello Linda. Thank you for watching and sharing. Please note that your shirts will get much better with time and practice. I have made many shirts during my short sewing journey and gained experience and ruined many as well.
      The sleeve placket was taken from a mccalls shirt, or you can use Liesl Classic Shirt pattern as well.
      I will search for other patterns that have the placket and let you know.

  • @pamshaw8327
    @pamshaw8327 4 місяці тому +1

    Loved this video!! Where is this fabric from?

    • @cookeka
      @cookeka  4 місяці тому

      The fabric was purchased from Mood Fabrics.com. Thank you.

  • @helenfillmore3063
    @helenfillmore3063 Місяць тому

    Hi Karen, Happy Labor Day! Which shirt did you make? Finally my Joanns had this pattern in my size.

    • @cookeka
      @cookeka  Місяць тому

      Hello Helen. Thank you. Happy Labor Day to you as well.
      I made view B

  • @zoeclearwater
    @zoeclearwater 4 місяці тому

    Thanks so much for the tutorial. I have a question maybe I missed it but what was seam allowance for each pass of sleeves to do the French seam ?

    • @cookeka
      @cookeka  4 місяці тому +1

      Hello, I don't measure, but it's an estimated quarter inch for the first seam, and the total would equal the usual 5/8

  • @Sally-ih6ls
    @Sally-ih6ls Місяць тому

    What fabric did you use? 100% cotton? Quilting cotton?

    • @cookeka
      @cookeka  Місяць тому

      I used a cotton poplin fabric. Thank you.

  • @Sally-ih6ls
    @Sally-ih6ls Місяць тому

    Music is kind of annoying, sorry just my opinion

    • @cookeka
      @cookeka  Місяць тому

      No apology is necessary. You are entitled to your opinion.